Table  17-10-0005-01   Population estimates on July 1st, by age and sex, Table  17-10-0008-01   Estimates of the components of demographic growth, annual, Table  17-10-0014-01   Estimates of the components of international migration, by age and sex, annual, Table  17-10-0015-01   Estimates of the components of interprovincial migration, by age and sex, annual, Table  17-10-0022-01   Estimates of interprovincial migrants by province or territory of origin and destination, annual, Table  17-10-0009-01   Population estimates, quarterly, Table  17-10-0040-01   Estimates of the components of international migration, quarterly, Table  17-10-0020-01   Estimates of the components of interprovincial migration, quarterly, Crown copyright © Province of Nova Scotia. After declining from July 1, 2018 to July 1, 2019 Nova Scotia's median age was stable at 45.0 years as of July 1, 2020. Combined with a declining birth rate, this poses a significant demographic challenge for the province, as its population is projected to decline from 948,000 people in 2011 to 926,000 people in 2038. Net migration between Nova Scotia and Alberta has flattened after three years of net positive migration. Youth interprovincial migration (ages 15-34) was positive at +703 over this period. Area 21,345 square miles (55,284 square km). of Nova Scotia according to official estimates. Nova Scotia (Latin for New Scotland; French: Nouvelle-Écosse; Scottish Gaelic: Alba Nuadh) is a Canadian province located on Canada's southeastern coast. The number of in-migrants to Nova Scotia from other provinces rose to 17,582 while the number of out-migrants from Nova Scotia was 13,681 (also up). In summary, Nova Scotia's population grew last year as births, immigrants, net interprovincial migrants and net non-permanent residents outpaced declines from deaths and emigration. Please note that CBC does not endorse the opinions expressed in comments. [4] Furthermore, 60% of the population live in rural parts of the province. "[17]The most commonly reported origins for these recent immigrants were: There were also 105 recent immigrants from Mexico; 100 from Sri Lanka; 100 from Turkey; 95 from Brazil; 80 from South Africa; 80 from Bangladesh; 75 from the Republic of Ireland; 75 from Lebanon; 70 from Cuba; 70 from Eritrea; 70 from Japan; 70 from the United Arab Emirates; 65 from Vietnam; and 55 from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Nova Scotia’s population grew by 11,895 residents, or 1.24 per cent, reaching a high of 971,395 as of July 1, 2019. Rise again: Cape Breton population grows after more than 20 years of decline, Nova Scotia predicts big bump in organ donations under new law, Nova Scotia Mi'kmaq on verge of milestone fisheries agreement, Entangled right whale 'unable to close her mouth for months', CBC's Journalistic Standards and Practices. The fastest growth was observed in Prince Edward Island while Newfoundland and Labrador was the only province with declining population. 964,693. With a population of 923,598 as of 2016, it is the most populous of Canada's four Atlantic provinces.It is the country's second-most densely populated province and second-smallest province by area, both after neighbouring Prince Edward Island. The icon links to further information about a selected division including its population structure (gender, age groups, age distribution, country of birth, mother tongue). As of 2016, it has a population of 923,598 [1] making it the second most densely populated province of the country.[2]. Comments on this story are moderated according to our Submission Guidelines. The population development in Cape Breton as well as related information and services (Wikipedia, Google, images). The government says the recent figures are based on a report from Statistics Canada. Contents: Subdivision. Use the Services Directory to quickly access information on all of the services provided by the NS Department of Finance. The net migration to Nova Scotia from other provinces grew to 3,306, while the net number of non-permanent residents, such as international students, increased by 4,121. Last year was the first time since 2008 that the number of jobs and the available workforce grew in the same year, he said. Over the last year, 6,393 immigrants settled in Nova Scotia. At the same time, the unemployment rate fell from 15.1 per cent to 13.3 per cent, its lowest level since 2008. [6], The Halifax population centre is the largest urban area in Nova Scotia. This makes Nova Scotia the 2nd most densely populated province in the country with a population density of 45 people per square mile, or 17 per square kilometer. In addition to 6,239 immigrants, net changes in non-permanent residents added a further 1,441 to Nova Scotia's population from July 1, 2019 to July 1, 2020. National population growth was 1.43 per cent from July 1, 2018 to July 1, 2019. The question on knowledge of languages allows for multiple responses. Nova Scotia is the seventh most populous province in Canada with an estimated 965,382 residents in 2019. So, for Cape Breton, that impact has been about $128 million, Chisholm said. Use of this Website assumes acceptance of Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy, Published Monday, September 30, 2019 4:10PM ADT, Last Updated Monday, September 30, 2019 4:20PM ADT, Stream CTV News for breaking news updates, N.S. Nova Scotia is the second smallest province in Canada, with an area of 55,284 km². After 20 years of decline, Cape Breton Island's population grew last year and that drove down the chronically high unemployment rate for the first time since 2008, according to the latest figures from Statistics Canada. Natural population change (births less deaths) put continued downward pressure on Nova Scotia's population. Province in Canada. Population estimates for July 1 and components of population change in the 12 months up to July 1 are conventionally referred to as 'annual' population … A total of 6,393 immigrants added to Nova Scotia's population. CTVNewsAtlantic.ca Digital Producer, The Halifax skyline is seen from Dartmouth, N.S., in this photo taken on June 15, 2018. Net interprovincial migration added 3,901 to the population over the period from July 1, 2019 to July 1, 2020. The icon links to further information about a selected division including its population structure (gender, age groups, age distribution, country of birth, mother tongue). As of July 1, 2020, Nova Scotia's population is estimated to be 979,351, an increase of 9,604 (0.99%) over the revised July 1, 2019 estimate (969,747). 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The number of in-migrants to Nova Scotia from other provinces rose to 17,324 while the number of out-migrants from Nova Scotia was 14,018 (also up compared with the last two years). Nova Scotia’s population is at a new all-time high thanks to the number of immigrants and people from other provinces who are choosing to make their homes here. Immigration is positive for all of us and through our work we are making a difference. Last year's population increase of 11,895 was the largest population growth (July 1 to July 1) since 1971. Closed Captioning and Described Video is available for many CBC shows offered on CBC Gem. As of 2016, it has a population of 923,598 making it the second most densely populated province of the country. You can reach him at tom.ayers@cbc.ca. The regional municipality consists of four former municipalities that were amalgamated in 1996: Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, and Halifax County. As of July 1, 2020, Nova Scotia's population is estimated to be 979,351, an increase of 9,604 (0.99%) over the revised July 1, 2019 estimate (969,747). After years of strong immigration and net interprovincial migration, Nova Scotia's median age declined from July 1, 2018 (median age: 45.1 years) to July 1, 2019.

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